Can the Mistress of the Forge best the Mistress of the Night?

Strength is forged in the moment when you dare to be vulnerable. Despite this inherent knowledge, Jacqueline Duval struggles with feelings of weakness and failure when a private celebration for her twin sister's marriage turns fraught with peril.

Beset by vampires and insurrectionists and rogue monarchs, how is Jacqueline to keep her guests ~ both invited and uninvited ~ safe, and the King of the French on the right side of the grave?

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Their recommendation? "A compelling steampunk confection for readers who love the supernatural."

What secrets lie beneath Parisian Streets? And who will kill to keep them?When a malfunctioning automaton runs full force into their locomotive on the new Paris-Orléans railway, Jacqueline Duval and her bohemian twin sister Angélique Laforge become embroiled in a mystery deeply rooted in their tragic past.A polytech and famed engineering prodigy, Jacqueline is fascinated by the metal man, even more so when she discovers that it is powered not by steam, but by the supernatural. Her investigation puts the sisters on a path both dangerous and mysterious as they must foil a plot to employ the dead to power a mechanical army aimed at international conquest.Aid comes from unexpected sources as t...

A Family, Bound by Blood, Though Not Born of Blood

Lost souls abound at Bellesfées, some found, and others only just discovered. But when Jacqueline Duval goes missing, along with a beast of a locomotive built through the sweat and blood of innocents, the foundlings Jacky has taken under her wing must rally to bring her home again.

To rescue their future, the self-styled Order of Duval must conquer the specters of the past or risk all being lost to the aether.

This book is written in the hope that it will contribute to greater equality and help us to recognise that we are all 'one'. We all come from the same source, to which we all eventually return. It commands us not to be guided by outward appearance but rather, through our mutual experiences, to appreciate that we are all equally valuable. Told through the eyes of a community of enlightened cats, the book advises us that, even if we often find ourselves to be hateful, angry, greedy, proud or dominating, we should try to react to these innermost feelings by remembering time and again that love is the key to enlightenment.Planet Earth is in urgent need of increasing its level of vibration. In or...

St Kilda, 1984: The heart of Melbourne’s gritty music scene pulses with the promise of fame, fortune, and freedom. Joel Reed, a gifted guitarist with a passion for rock ‘n’ roll, has come to this bohemian beachside suburb to chase his dream. With an up-and-coming band and a loyal following, it seems like everything is falling into place. But beneath the surface, Joel’s life is a façade – he’s battling a heroin addiction and hiding his true self from the world. A closeted gay man in a city that celebrates machismo, Joel’s existence is a dangerous balance of secrecy and survival.When the band auditions for a new lead singer, Joel’s world is shaken. Harry Engel, an eccentric an...

Four moves in thirteen years, and Daniel is desperate to finally live in a place that offers a little excitement. He’s heard Ireland is a great place that’s full of wonder, but he’s doubtful he’ll experience anything interesting. His preconceived notions are proven wrong when he learns there might be more to the lushgreen landscape of the Emerald Isle than he thought. A few short months later, Daniel’s once predictable world is flipped upside down… His great-aunt has been magically turned into a flea and now wants to teach him the most important lesson about magic – it can be used for good or evil. Unfortunately for Daniel, Bran, a man he meets, uses it for the latter. Bran wan...

The story centers around Lizzie Fox, a woman hardened by her experiences in the foster care system but unbroken in spirit. Set in the small, unassuming town of Seclusion, Texas, the novel peels back layers of societal veneer to reveal the rot festering within—a world where wealth, influence, and race determine justice. Lizzie’s quest to uncover the truth behind the mysterious death of a young Black girl quickly spirals into something far more sinister, involving the town's most powerful players and the law enforcement meant to protect it. Lizzie is both raw and authentic. She is not the conventional heroine; she’s scarred by a lifetime of neglect and betrayal, but those very scars...

Transformative Escapes: Unlocking the Power of Medical Tourism takes you on an enlightening journey into the rapidly expanding world of medical tourism. Written by seasoned travel consultant and adventure enthusiast Rebecca Housley, this book is your ultimate guide to combining life-changing medical procedures with unforgettable cultural experiences.Are you looking for affordable, high-quality healthcare options abroad? Are you intrigued by the idea of transforming your health and well-being while exploring some of the world’s most captivating destinations? From the advanced clinics of Istanbuland the serene wellness retreats of Thailand to the cutting-edge cosmetic surgery centers in Sout...

Imagine if we were offered a new, uncontaminated planet and a fresh start, how would you wish to see humanity move forward…?

Now, armed with some knowledge of the complex relationships that exist between both fauna and flora - all life with whom we share this incredible planet - what lessons have we learned?

This is a story about a new beginning…

Anu has a gift: her personal vibration is in perfect harmony with the natural world.

An Artist's Book and Metafiction - Set in the fictional town of Allegheny in the New York Empire State, Connie Munda (a single mother and veteran military intelligence officer turned Child Protection Services officer) investigates two mothers accused of child abuse. The novel provides a raw unflinching look at the challenges faced by mothers in both poverty and luxury highlighting the grim state of American children today.Set as a deposition novel discovered in the Public Records of the Allegheny Family Court, Mother’s Day in the Empire State delves into three distinct stories of motherhood in America. Munda critically examines the concept of motherhood. Drawing inspiration ...